Archive · 28 Jul 2026
Cook Granted Bail in Malviya Nagar Hotel Fire Case
A cook named Keshar Negi was arrested for a fire at a hotel in Malviya Nagar, Delhi, that killed 22 people.
The court granted him bail.
The hotel owner, Lavkesh Bajaj, and the manager, Jay Mishra, were also arrested for not having proper fire safety measures.
The fire happened on June 3, and many people were questioned as part of the investigation.
The building did not have a fire safety certificate, which made the situation worse.
The prosecution and defense have different views on who is responsible for the fire.
A Delhi court granted bail to cook Keshar Negi, arrested in connection with the Malviya Nagar hotel fire.
The fire at Flourish Stays Bed and Breakfast claimed 22 lives on June 3.
Investigators allege Negi's negligence played a role in triggering the blaze.
Hotel owner Lavkesh Bajaj and manager Jay Mishra were arrested and charged with culpable homicide.
The building lacked a fire no-objection certificate, contributing to the severity of the fire.
- Who
- Keshar Negi (cook), Lavkesh Bajaj (hotel owner), Jay Mishra (manager)
- What
- A fire at Flourish Stays Bed and Breakfast
- When
- June 3
- Where
- Malviya Nagar, Hauz Rani area, Delhi
- Why
- Investigators allege negligence and lack of fire safety measures
Prosecution
Defense
Negligence in the Fire
Prosecution
The prosecution alleges that Keshar Negi's negligence played a role in triggering the blaze.
Defense
The defense argues that Negi's actions were not the primary cause of the fire and that other factors, such as the lack of a fire no-objection certificate, contributed significantly.
Cause of the Fire
Prosecution
The prosecution claims the fire was caused by Negi switching on the electric oil fryer and other kitchen appliances.
Defense
The defense argues that the fire was caused by an electrical short circuit, which subsequently melted the LPG pipes.
- Date of Incident
- June 3
- Location
- Malviya Nagar, Hauz Rani area, Delhi
- Number of Victims
- 22
- Arrested Individuals
- Keshar Negi (cook), Lavkesh Bajaj (hotel owner), Jay Mishra (manager)
- Charges Against Owner
- Culpable homicide not amounting to murder
- Building Compliance
- Lacked a fire no-objection certificate
- Bail Conditions
- Personal bond of Rs 50,000 with one surety of the like amount, joining the investigation whenever required, not influencing witnesses, and not leaving India without prior permission of the trial court.
